$400k gemstone theft by a friend

[Dr_Diesel]

This is terrible news, as much of the gem trade is based on trust. It is common for dealers to offer stones on “memo” to trusted individuals in good-faith dealings.

In this case, it sadly went very wrong:

10-Year Canadian Friend Steals $400k Gems from Bangkok Merchant

A jewelry merchant rushed to file a police report after a Canadian man stole three gemstones worth 14 million baht or 385,400 US dollars.

www.khaosodenglish.com

 

[Bron357]

That’s awful, talk about playing “the long game”. I hope they catch the thief.

 

[Avondale]

And this is how trust in the industry is broken. Many people will now think twice before allowing their gems to leave their hands without proper guarantee.

 

[Dr_Diesel]

And this is how trust in the industry is broken. Many people will now think twice before allowing their gems to leave their hands without proper guarantee.

Precisely. It is so sad on so many levels.

 

[LilAlex]

Sad, indeed. There are always desperate people. And long cons. And opportunities that are just too good to pass up. Hard to tell which this is.

 

[canuk-gal]

Sad, indeed. There are always desperate people. And long cons. And opportunities that are just too good to pass up. Hard to tell which this is.

Sadly, all of it.